How to machine slot for e clip

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Just make sure that both the tool and the rod are mounted, or steadied, in some way. Yes, it's easily done with a Dremel tool (using one of the small cut-off discs). I'll have to get out some feeler guages tommorrow and measure the slot in the pull rod, but. I did a search on the net and found some dremel saw blades that they claim have a. Good luck, and may Jesus bless you in your quests, But if the slot is wide, the rod will twist each time you change directions when trying to adjust the nylon tuner. I have NO idea where Emmons gets that slot cutter from.Īnd IF the slot is not narrow, it makes backlash in the nylon tuner be quite evident since the E clip in a narrow slot holds the rod rigid against the bellcrank normally. The standard slot cutters I use are all too wide for that slot. I have never tried it with a Dremel but it is worth a try. Even narrower than what is standard on E clip slots as cut on most lathes. Your profile | join | preferences | help | searchĪnybody ever have any luck cutting the slot for an e-clip? Maybe with a Dremel? Classic country shuffle styles for Band-in-a-Box, by BIAB guru Jim Baron.

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